There’s nothing quite as satisfying as being presented with an ice-cold beer after crossing the finish line of a race. You find a place to sit down and take that first glorious sip while chatting with friends or a complete stranger. (Don’t you love how the running community is so welcoming and friendly?)

One beer run race that I enjoy participating in is the IPA 10k in Sebastopol, California. After finishing this 10k race, each runner receives their finisher medal and a mini-pint. The mini-pint is good for tastings at the post-race Brewfest featuring the region’s finest craft brews and ciders, bands and exhibitors.

Finding your motivation to run can be difficult, so if running for beer helps propel you to the finish line, then do it!

I love that through the shutdown of all in-person races, the IPA 10k still found a way to connect to all registered runners, made us feel special, and brought us together as a running community!